Los Angeles Dodgers veteran infielder Miguel Rojas said he remains undecided on his playing future and is focusing entirely on the team’s postseason run ahead of Game 3 of the National League Division Series against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. Speaking to reporters on the road, Rojas addressed questions regarding his career timeline while preparing to start at third base batting sixth.
Focus on the Postseason Roster
Rojas dismissed speculation about hanging up his cleats while the team pursues a title. “I have completely no thought of that,” he said through translation regarding his mindset during October. “I’m not thinking about my future or anything else.” He emphasized that his immediate priority is contributing to a victory for the Dodgers rather than mapping out his next career phase. While noting that he feels physically capable of continuing as an athlete, Rojas acknowledged that he views retirement through a long-term lens rather than an immediate athletic decline. He noted that while some players make up their minds with absolute certainty—such as teammate Clayton Kershaw last year—his own internal timeline ranges between playing until age 40 and stopping around age 60.
Citizenship Milestone in Miami
Away from the field, Rojas completed a major personal milestone during the team’s recent off-day by undergoing his U.S. citizenship interview in Miami. Having lived in the United States for 15 years and spent 21 years building a career that provided him opportunities in professional baseball, he called the process a proud and emotional moment for his family and children. He recalled an interaction with the naturalization officer who reviewed his application, noting that the official only realized his profession upon seeing his employer listed as the Los Angeles Dodgers and mentioning a baseball-fan spouse. Rojas expressed satisfaction that the interview proceeded strictly on his merits as an applicant answering eight citizenship questions rather than his status as a Major League Baseball player.
Series Outlook Against Atlanta
Turning back to the diamond, Rojas expressed confidence in the Dodgers’ overall form following the opening games of the series in Atlanta. Although the offense was limited to two runs in their previous outing, he stressed that the team has executed cleanly and created scoring opportunities consistently. With the division series hanging in the balance, Rojas reiterated that nothing in baseball is guaranteed and that the club’s singular focus remains securing the remaining wins needed to advance.
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